Alexander
Meaning
Defender Of The People
Origin
Greek
Pronunciation
/æləɡˈzændər/
Traits associated with the name Alexander:
Dogs named Alexander tend to be loving, affectionate, brave, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and courage.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Alexander?
It suggests that you have a fondness for classic names and may have a strong appreciation for history.
Is Alexander a good dog name?
Alexander has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. Alexander isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Alexander is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Alexander was, in the past month, the 988th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Alexander is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Alexander was viewed 46 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Alexander's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Alexander is most adored in Nebraska, Iowa and Alabama.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, Illinois and Kansas.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Alexander.
Most popular breeds named Alexander:
- Golden Retriever
- Shih Tzu
- Labrador Retriever
- Cocker Spaniel
- Pug
Famous dogs named Alexander:
A great pyrenees named Alexander appeared in the comic book Fullmetal Alchemist (Japanese manga) by Hiromu Arakawa.
Alexander is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Historically favored by royals, this canine moniker harks back to antiquity.
posh
Royalty often favors this moniker, harking back to ancient Macedonian kings.
military
Named after a famous conqueror, it signifies strength, leadership, and strategic prowess.
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